Serving 2,685 students in grades 9-12, Taylorsville High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taylorsville High serves the southern part of Salt Lake City, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Most students live within a 1.9-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge being 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taylorsville High School's student population of 2,685 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1981
School Rankings
Taylorsville High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taylorsville High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#745 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)27%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wilbur The Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylorsville High School's ranking?
Taylorsville High School is ranked #745 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylorsville High School?
The graduation rate of Taylorsville High School is 83%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Taylorsville High School?
2,685 students attend Taylorsville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Taylorsville High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylorsville High School?
Taylorsville High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Taylorsville High School offer ?
Taylorsville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Taylorsville High School part of?
Taylorsville High School is part of Granite School District.
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